Rain, All-Star and Draft Updates

Last night’s game against the Marlins was postponed due to rain. The rescheduled date has not been announced, but it may take place in September when the Fish return to Philly. So the Roy Halladay – Josh Johnson rematch will take place tonight instead; game time is 7:05pm.

All-Star Update

Likely due to the recent offensive slump, many Phillies are falling out of the All-Star race.  Chase Utley and Placido Polanco are still in first place at their positions, but others will need some extra help. 

MLB is trying something new this year where you can “campaign” for your favorite players.  I made a campaign for each of the Phillies on the ballot.  You supposedly earn “points” every time someone votes for your player through a special link.  Then you move up through the ranks from a volunteer to a coordinator to a manager, etc… 

They are not giving prizes or anything other than the satisfaction of knowing you helped out.  So, let’s think of this as an interesting experiment…click on one of the links and cast your votes.  I will give periodic updates as to how many “points” we are accruing and see if it really makes a difference.  Remember you can vote up to 25 times a day, per email address.  Have fun!

Chase Utley    Ryan Howard    Raul Ibanez    Placido Polanco

Carlos Ruiz    Jayson Werth    Shane Victorino    Jimmy Rollins

Draft Update

The Phillies have reportedly agreed to terms with Philly-local and first round draft pick, left-handed pitcher Jesse Biddle.  The specific terms have not been announced, but it is safe to say he will be in Phils farm system instead of going off to college.

Here are the rest of the draft results:

2nd round – RHP Perci Garner, Ball State

3rd round – Catcher Cameron Rupp, University of Texas

4th round – LHP Tennessee Volunteer Bryan Morgado

5th round – RHP Scott Frazier, Upland High School

*Read more about the Phillies at my other home page, Phightin’ Phils Phorum in the My Team Rivals network*